The Wall Street Journal This Morning 09-27

Federal prosecutors in New York have opened a criminal probe of one of Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s brothers. U.S. officials said Mahmood Karzai has become a focus in a corruption probe handled by federal prosecutors in the Southern District of New York. Any move to indict Mahmood Karzai, who is a U.S. citizen, carries huge risks for American officials. WSJ’s Matthew Rosenberg joined WSJTM from Kabul to explain the issues surrounding Mr. Karzai. Download MP3

On Thursday, the first big pieces of the new health-care overhaul took effect. One major player was notably absent from these new rule changes: colleges. Not only have they managed to sidestep, at least for now, the regulatory clampdown that has sent hospitals, insurers and corporations scrambling, they are failing the same students they are supposed to help. WSJ’s Mary Pilon explains the shortcomings. Download MP3

If you plan on flying this holiday season don’t count on finding deep discounts with discount airliners. WSJ’s Scott McCartney says airlines expect demand to continue and will charge top dollar for seats. Download MP3

This copy is for your personal, non-commercial use only. Distribution and use of this material are governed by our Subscriber Agreement and by copyright law. For non-personal use or to order multiple copies, please contact Dow Jones Reprints at 1-800-843-0008 or visit www.djreprints.com.